Which provision of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 governed the spouses’ joint petition in Anil Kumar Jain…
The joint petition was filed under section 13B, which governs divorce by mutual consent. The Court ultimately exercised its constitutional power under Article 142 in the…
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Which provision of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 governed the spouses’ joint petition in Anil Kumar Jain v. Maya Jain (Supreme Court, 2009)?
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Correct answer A
The joint petition was filed under section 13B, which governs divorce by mutual consent. The Court ultimately exercised its constitutional power under Article 142 in the circumstances of the case.
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Option A
Section 13B was the provision invoked in the joint petition.
Option B
Section 14 limits the presentation of divorce petitions within one year of marriage, subject to its proviso.
Option C
Section 17 deals with the consequences of bigamy.
Option D
Section 18 sets out punishments for breach of certain conditions for a Hindu marriage.
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